Presidential Towers
555 W Madison St,
Chicago, IL 60661
$1,645 - $6,488
Studio - 2 Beds
4853 S Prairie Ave
4853 S Prairie Ave,
Chicago,
IL
60615
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4853 S Prairie Ave
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Highlights
- Den
- Balcony
- Hardwood Floors
About 4853 S Prairie Ave
This 18-unit building in Bronzeville, Chicago features great amenities. Walking distance to George Washington Memorial, Overton Elementary School, and can be easily accessed via the CTA Green Line at 47th and 51st and CTA bus lines 3, 29, & 47. Call today for a showing!
4853 S Prairie Ave is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60615 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Bonus Room/Den
- On-site Laundry
- Phone entry intercom
- Rehabbed in 2023
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
Apartment Features
Hardwood Floors
Eat-in Kitchen
Dining Room
Den
- Intercom
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Hardwood Floors
- Dining Room
- Den
- Balcony
4853 S Prairie Ave,
Chicago,
IL
60615
About five miles south of Downtown Chicago, Bronzeville is a historic district containing six structures on the National Register of Historic Places. Prominent figures such as Gwendolyn Brooks, Sam Cooke, Ida B. Wells, and Louis Armstrong helped shape Bronzeville into the cultural and progressive community it is today.
Public art fills the streets of Bronzeville, from vibrant murals to elaborate sculptures, most of which line Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Lakefront recreation abounds at Burnham Park. The Illinois Institute of Technology lends unique architecture and intellectual pursuits to the neighborhood. Lake Meadows Shopping Center provides an outdoor haven for all kinds of retail delights.
Bronzeville is also notable for its proximity to major amenities such as Guaranteed Rate Field, Washington Park, the University of Chicago, Museum of Science and Industry Chicago, McCormick Place, and Arie Crown Theatre.
Learn more about living in Bronzeville
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Bronzeville | Chicago, IL | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,172 | $1,645 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,288 | $2,049 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,543 | $2,587 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,815 | $3,094 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 6.1 mi |
4853 S Prairie Ave is within 4 minutes or 2.0 miles from University of Chicago. It is also near Ill. Inst. of Technology and Columbia College Chicago.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
322 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
112 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
397 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
9 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Chicago include 51St Street Station, located 0.3 mile from 4853 S Prairie Ave. 4853 S Prairie Ave is near Chicago Midway International, located 7.8 miles or 15 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 23.3 miles or 36 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Drive: | 13 min | 7.5 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.7 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.3 mi | |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.6 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 15 min | 7.8 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 36 min | 23.3 mi |
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
Scores provided by
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from 4853 S Prairie Ave.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
4853 S Prairie Ave has 2 shopping centers within 0.8 mile, which is about a 15-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Washington Park
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Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
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Fuller Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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Ellis Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.2 mi |
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Midway Plaisance Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.5 mi |
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Museum of Science and Industry
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
4853 S Prairie Ave has 5 parks within 3.0 miles, including Washington Park, Fuller Park, and Ellis Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.7 mi |
4853 S Prairie Ave has 3 hospitals within 2.7 miles, the nearest is Provident Hospital of Chicago which is 0.5 mile away and a 9 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 45 min | 30.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 51 min | 34.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 62 min | 39.7 mi |
4853 S Prairie Ave has 3 military bases within 39.7 miles, the nearest is US Military Reservation Elk Grove which is 30.9 miles away and a 45 minute drive.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
4853 S Prairie Ave
Chicago, IL 60615